The Temple of Ducati
Story and photographs: Jim Scaysbrook Age and veneration do not necessarily go hand in hand, especially in a mechanical sense. Some brands never reach iconic status, no matter how enduring they may be. Ducati is […]
Buzz Box
Bulli off. Auction on.
Organisers of the Bulli Antique Motorcycle Weekend have been forced to cancel the event for the second year in succession, due to the COVID restrictions currently in force in NSW and elsewhere. Event coordinator Antony […]
New date for the 2021 Suzuki VJMC National Rally
The Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club has been forced to defer their National Rally until 25-27 March, 2022, although it will still be called the 2021 National Rally. The continuing closures of state borders, along with […]
All-Historic Racing – Pheasant Wood Circuit
Race-starved competitors and fans are eagerly awaiting the weekend of 20-21 November when Historic racing finally returns to New South Wales after a break of more than 12 months. The Pheasant Wood circuit at Marulen, […]
2021 Festival of Motorcycling – South Australia
Following the success of last year’s Motorcycle Ride Week, a consortium of Adelaide motorcycle clubs are organising a wonderful week of motorcycling. Program of events include: Saturday 2nd Oct : Reception Day Sunday 3rd Oct […]
1912 Dunlop Dispatch Relay
His eclectic lifestyle totally dependent on the sale of tyres, adman Harry James realised the 1912 Dunlop Dispatch Relay was certain to inflate his pay packet. Story: Peter Whitaker • Photographs and research: Phillip Smith No one […]
2021 Review: Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 – classic, retro-styling in a modern motorcycle. Royal Enfield could scarcely have predicted just what a goal it would kick with the new 650 twins when they finally rolled off the […]
Suitable Partners: Yamaha TMAX 560 and NMAX 155
Scooters have come a long way since the concept sprang from post-war surpluses and evolved into cheap, chic and convenient transport. That concept was soon ransacked by even cheaper cars, and scooters became decidedly uncool, […]
Triumph Rocket 3 – from cult classic to “awesome”
It’s been 16 years since Triumph sprang the awesome Rocket 3 on us. Since then 2200 units have been sold in Australia and the Rocket 3 has become a cult classic. Now there’s an all […]
27th Frostbite Rally: Frost-free in Warwick
The classic motorcycle rally scene is booming all over Australia and New Zealand, and OBA is proud that we cover many of these events each issue. The motorcycles range from true veterans, some more than […]
